PsiBall ======= Version 2.2 - May 2001 Introduction ------------ Shareware version 2.2 for the Series 5, Series 5mx, Revo, Revo Plus, Diamond Mako, Series 7 and NetBook. This is my Psion version of one of my favorite PC games. It started off life on my 3c but the speed of that machine was not enough and the game was too slow. The Series 5 presents a much better platform for the game, however, it will be best placed on the Series 5mx with its much faster processor! Enjoy! Enhancements ------------ Version 2.2 1) Improved to animation speed. 2) Added colour graphics for the Series 7 & netBook. 3) Added Revo compatability. Version 2.0 was updated from the beta version 1.0 for the Series 3c to add better control using the pen and to take advantage of the larger screen and faster processor. It is also designed to run on future machines where the processor speed will increase but the game play speed will remain the same. Download Zip File Details ========================= The zip file should contain the following files: READMEpsiballSIS.txt (this file) PsiBall.SIS (instalation file for PsiBlock) It contains all the necessary files for all versions of the game and requires about INSTALLATION ------------ To install the program simply double-click PsiBall.sis file to install all the required files. Or use the "Install New Program" option in PSIWIN (EPOC Install). If you have the latest PSIWIN or EPOC Install then everything will happen automatically. If you don't have these then you need to get the installation file SETUP.EXE, which can be downloaded from Pocket IQ's Home Page or from www.psion.com. You can also copy the SIS files directly to your Psion 5, 5mx, GeoFox Series 7 or NetBook and double select them to launch the install program. This will install the program and also install the PIQinfo.SIS file for the essential Pocket IQ common files and the SYSRAM1.SIS file to install the essential system files. The graphics file for either Black & White (Series 5 and 5mx), Small (Revo) or colour (Series 7 and Netbook), if you wish to use PsiBall on a different machine type you will have to re-install to get the correct graphics loaded. The redundent graphics files will be removed the first time you run PsiBall as to save disk space. Please note, that if you try to run the game in a machine that requires different graphics then when you run PsiBall you will see an error message telling you that program files are missing: Please re-install. RUNNING THE PROGRAM ------------------- Start the program by selecting the 'Extras' from the Application bar and then 'PsiBall'. You are now ready to play! On-line help is provided and can be accessed from the menu or the Help key. However, I have also included the help details at the end of this file. Disclaimer ========== Though every effort has been made to test this program and to ensure that there are no bugs, however, Palmscape nor the author cannot accept any responsibility for any loss or damage caused by the use or miss use of this program. Features ======== Object of the Game ------------------ Clear 75% or more of the game area trapping the balls, and avoiding loosing all the lives in one level. Lives are allocated for each level and the number given depends on the current game level. Lives are lost when a ball touches a 'wall builder', or its trail, before the edge of the chamber is reached and the wall completed. The higher the level, the more balls! Movement -------- The following keys are used to control the game action: For moving the cursor:~ Left arrow - Move the cursor to the left Right arrow - Move the cursor to the right Up arrow - Move the cursor up Down arrow - Move the cursor down For building the wall:~ Space Bar - Change the direction the wall will be built in Enter - Set wall builders off in direction of arrows. Touching the screen will position the cursor under the pen, also, two buttons on the score pannel can be used to rotate the cursor and start the wall builder as an alternative to the keys. Special Features ---------------- The following can be set: sound effects volume ~ high, medium, low or off; the speed of the game ~ slow, normal or fast; the keys for rotating the cursor and build the wall can be re-defined. Registration ============ To gain access to the high score track record, game speed options, key definition and remove the Nag screens, you can register on line at www.palmscape.com. Comments and Suggestions ======================== If you have any comments on the program or suggestions for improvements and additions then please e-mail me at: DAVID@POCKETIQ.COM. Though I may not be able to reply directly, your comments and suggestions will be taken into account. Continued development of this and other projects relies on your support and comments. Now go have fun with this program! More information on Pocket IQ ============================= Pocket IQ are the market leaders in shareware development for the Palmtop community. We have a wide range of products available for your favourite PDA. For more information visit us online at http://www.pocketiq.com or contact our office at: 44 Harpur Street Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 2QT Tel/Fax: +44 (0)1234 353970 David Steer June 1999